Dear Jen,

I hit a wall today.

Hoping for some enlightenment.

Any chance I can buy some off you?

-- 'Stuck In The Muck'

Yes, we can definitely make time for a one on one, but for now I will say to you what I would say to anyone...

When you hit a wall, turn around. Go exploring. Get far enough away from the situation so you can see the entirety of the blocked area. Instead of climbing over or giving up, say okay to the now and decide there is value in changing gears and gaining new perspective.

Give yourself permission to find catharsis in the process. In art, we become alchemists who transmute experience into self-expression. It opens us up to release emotional blocks, connect with our sense of purpose and fulfill whatever void has been keeping us from looking at current circumstances with empowered eyes.

"I am a manager at a medium sized company and am struggling with the fact that certain members of my staff disregard directions and deflect my feedback. I recognize that I tend to micromanage the team, which sprouts resentment and disrespect from a couple guys in particular, but I don't see any other way of handing the situation when people act incompetent and lack self motivation. Do you have any suggestions on how to better motivate difficult employees?" -- Struggling Boss

It totally makes sense that you're struggling. It sounds like your needs aren't being met and you don't feel very respected by your team. It's not easy managing others and the role itself can trigger negative emotions in certain individuals working beneath you because of the power differential. However, there are easy ways to create a shift in the attitude and behavior of your staff by incorporating...

Hey Jen, recently I've been through many changes in my life. I moved to a new location to start a different job and I'm sick of feeling like I'm still transition. I'm so sensitive all the time, like anything can set me off. I get anxious a lot too. What I am really craving is a sense of peace and stability. Any suggestions?